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HK55 DJE

2005 Mercedes-benz Sl

Silver Petrol 3724cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

52,171 mi
Last recorded52,171 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl52,791 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK55 DJE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSl
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,724cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 52,171 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 50,449 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 49,055 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2022 49,055 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 47,805 miles

Front suspension bushes slight movement

underbody panels fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2019 47,219 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 46,107 miles

Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 44,003 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 40,746 miles

Nearside side repeater cover missing

Pass 19 Dec 2015 36,498 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 35,990 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 35,980 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 31,807 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 31,511 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 27,455 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 25,279 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 23,233 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 20,529 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2009 16,424 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Sl?

Based on 528,820 MOT tests across 35,553 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
2,023
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
35,553
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,801
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,812
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,463
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 3,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,767
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HK55 DJE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl in Silver with a 3,724cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 52,791 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Sl fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,801 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK55 DJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Sl typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 21 years old, this Mercedes-benz Sl is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HK55 DJE?

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What year was HK55 DJE registered?

HK55 DJE is a 2005 Mercedes-benz Sl, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is HK55 DJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK55 DJE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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